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Balance Scale

The document outlines a classroom activity focused on balancing measurements between English and Metric systems using sand to represent sugar. Students are divided into two groups to convert and measure ingredients for different recipes, followed by a discussion on their methods and challenges. The activity aims to enhance kitchen math skills and understanding of measurement conversions.

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Balance Scale

The document outlines a classroom activity focused on balancing measurements between English and Metric systems using sand to represent sugar. Students are divided into two groups to convert and measure ingredients for different recipes, followed by a discussion on their methods and challenges. The activity aims to enhance kitchen math skills and understanding of measurement conversions.

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Ela Sofia Arnaiz
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ACTIVITY:

Alright class, today we’re going to put your kitchen math skills to the test with a fun challenge! In front
of us is a balance scale, just like the scales of justice. But instead of justice, we’re balancing
measurements!
Imagine you're a chef in a test kitchen, and today you’re working with two recipe versions, one written
in the English system and the other in the Metric system. But instead of real ingredients, we’re going
to use sand to represent sugar!
I will group you into two groups. Each group must work together and share ideas. You only have 2
minutes to discuss within your group. Group 1 for the English system, and Group 2 for the Metric
system. Your challenge is to find a way to balance both sides. That means the amount of sugar on
the English side should be equal to the amount on the Metric side, even though the numbers and
units might look very different. After your discussion, both groups will collaborate to balance the scale.
Questions:
 How did you come up with the amount you used?
 Did you use a formula or just estimate?
 Was it hard to convert or balance? Why or Why not?

ANALYSIS:
Alright class, let’s take a step back and think about what just happened in our activity.
When you were trying to balance the sugar on both sides of the scale…
 What was the first thing you noticed?
 What are the two measurement systems did we use in the activity?
Very good. Based on the game we played, what do you think is our lesson for today?

APPLICATION:
Welcome to the Measuring and Converting Activity!
Direction: Inside the paper bag, you’ll find a conversion book, ingredients, and a set of measuring
tools. Follow them carefully to complete your task. After reading, you will demonstrate how you
measure the ingredients using the appropriate tools in the conversion table.

GROUP 1: ENGLISH TO METRIC CONVERSION

Scenario:
As head chefs in a pastry kitchen, your team is preparing a chocolate cake. The recipe is written in
English units, but your kitchen tools are labeled in Metric.

Ingredients to convert and measure:


1 cup of flour
1/2 cup of sugar
1 tablespoon of cocoa powder

GROUP 2: METRIC TO ENGLISH CONVERSION

Scenario:
You’re in charge of preparing ingredients for a pancake mix in a busy breakfast café. The recipe is
written in Metric units, but all your tools are labeled in English.

Ingredients to convert and measure:


250 grams of flour
125 grams of sugar
15 grams of baking powder
RULE 1: Raise your right hand if you want to answer.
RULE 2: Raise your left hand if you have question or need to go to the comfort room.
RULE 3: Keep your voice low when working in groups.
RULE 4: Sit properly and don’t leave your seat without permission.
RULE 5: Clean your area after the activity or before leaving.

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